Overview
Master body language techniques to project confidence, credibility, and leadership presence in professional and virtual settings, Utilize non-verbal communication to enhance influence, engagement, and trust in leadership, public speaking, and networking, Develop emotional intelligence and active listening skills to navigate high-pressure conversations and manage difficult individuals, Optimize gestures, facial expressions, posture, and voice modulation to command authority and inspire teams effectively
Leaders, managers, executives, public speakers, and professionals aiming to elevate their influence, presence, and communication effectiveness
No prior experience required. Ideal for professionals seeking to enhance leadership impact through non-verbal communication and confident presence
Introduction to Non-Verbal Leadership Communication
Communication is more than just words. Research shows that over 55% of communication is non-verbal, making body language and presence crucial for leadership effectiveness. Leaders who understand and master their posture, gestures, facial expressions, and vocal modulation naturally inspire trust, confidence, and engagement in both in-person and virtual settings.
This course is designed to transform the way you communicate as a leader, helping you harness the power of body language, maintain composure in high-stakes environments, and engage with influence. Whether you’re leading a team, presenting in a boardroom, or speaking at a conference, this course will provide practical, research-backed techniques to elevate your presence, credibility, and leadership impact.
What You’ll Learn in This Course
This course is structured to help you develop a comprehensive understanding of non-verbal leadership communication in multiple contexts, including face-to-face interactions, virtual meetings, and public speaking scenarios.
1. Mastering Leadership Presence
How posture, movement, and stance impact how you are perceived as a leader
The psychology of body language: What signals confidence and authority?
The role of first impressions in leadership and networking
Strategies to eliminate nervous gestures and appear composed in high-pressure situations
How to leverage personal space and proximity to enhance influence
2. Commanding Virtual Communication
Techniques to project confidence and clarity in online meetings
The role of eye contact, facial expressions, and camera positioning in virtual settings
Hand gestures that enhance storytelling and engagement on screen
The importance of vocal modulation in digital communication
How to build rapport and trust remotely using non-verbal cues
3. Enhancing Public Speaking & Networking Impact
The power of open vs. closed gestures in making impactful speeches
How to use purposeful movement to engage an audience
Hand gestures and expressions that make you look more credible
Eye contact strategies to command attention and build connection
How grooming, attire, and makeup influence perception in leadership
4. Active Listening & Emotional Intelligence in Leadership
Non-verbal active listening techniques to build trust and rapport
Reading and interpreting subtle body language cues in others
How to remain composed and control emotions in difficult conversations
Strategies for managing challenging individuals and defusing conflicts
Understanding cultural variations in non-verbal communication
Why This Course is Essential for Leaders
Whether you're a CEO, manager, entrepreneur, team leader, or public speaker, your ability to influence and inspire others depends on how well you present yourself non-verbally.
Leaders who excel in body language and non-verbal communication are more persuasive, emotionally intelligent, and respected in their organizations. They command the room, gain trust effortlessly, and leave a lasting impact.
By the end of this course, you will have transformed the way you communicate—not just through words, but through every gesture, movement, and expression you make.
Peter Alkema
"What an amazing course! After finishing this course, I have confidence. Thank so much Dr Peter Alkema" ... "This is exactly the jump-start I needed. Very clear and concise"
I lead Digital Transformation & Architecture at ABB and I've been featured on CNBC Africa and won the Gartner CIO Of The Year in 2016. I founded and led the largest banking hackathon in South Africa which was published in 2019 as a case study by Harvard Business School.
I've taught over 100,000 students about technology, business, academics and self-development. In 2020 I completed my PhD at Wits University In Johannesburg. The study introduced a ground-breaking theory of Agile software development teams. My woodworking book was published in 2014 and has sold over 10,000 copies.
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